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Mark Ellen and David Hepworth have been talking about and writing about music together and individually for a collective eighty years in magazines like Smash Hits, Mojo and The Word and on radio and TV programmes like "Rock On", "Whistle Test" and VH-1.

Over thirteen years ago, when working on the late magazine The Word, they began producing podcasts. Some listeners have been kind enough to say th... more

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Tony Visconti left Brooklyn for London in 1967, began working with the Move and Marc Bolan and formed a life-long friendship with the teenage David Bowie, playing on his first two albums and producing 10 of ones that followed. And in 2014 he formed H... more

Tony Visconti left Brooklyn for London in 1967, began working with the Move and Marc Bolan and formed a life-long friendship with the teenage David Bowie, playing on his first two albums and producing 10 of ones that followed. And in 2014 he formed H... more

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Tony Visconti
A American-born British record producer and musician closely associated with David Bowie
Tony Visconti Productions / Bowie's collaborators
Episode: How Tony Visconti keeps the Bowie flag flying
Matt Johnson
Musician, founder of The The; author featured in the memoir-style book
The The / CBS era projects
Episode: Matt Johnson & the unique story of The The plus George Michael and the sunbed
Brian Cullman
American writer and journalist, London editor for Crawdaddy; author of How to Prepare for the Past, Travels in Music and Time
Crawdaddy magazine / Author
Episode: At home with Nick Drake, Sandy Denny & John Martyn in the golden year of 1970
Jonny Wren
Birthday guest contributing a segment on band reformations
Episode: Mustn’t grumble! Songs with the essence of Englishness
Neil Tennant
Singer and songwriter, Pet Shop Boys
Pet Shop Boys
Episode: Neil Tennant revisits songs he’s written since the age of nine
Steve Nieve
Pianist and member of Elvis Costello and the Attractions, longtime collaborator
Episode: Steve Nieve looks back at Costello, Stiff tours and the magical sound of pianos
Adrian Ainsworth
Birthday guest on the episode
Episode: Shaun & Bez and other Odd Couples we love
Andrew Sandoval
Author/Co-author of The Kinks, All Day and All of the Night, The Day by Day Story
Beatland Books (publisher)
Episode: The Kinks’ chaotic ascent mapped out day-by-day is ‘a nirvana for any fan’
Samira Ahmed
Journalist and author of a detailed book on A Hard Day's Night and the Beatles in film
Media / Journalism
Episode: How A Hard Day’s Night ripped up the pop movie rulebook

Hosts

Mark Ellen
Host with long-standing experience in music journalism and broadcasting, often co-host in conversation-driven format.
David Hepworth
Co-host with decades of music journalism and publishing experience, known for insightful cultural critique.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 783 ratings
  • Love it

    Always enjoy this podcast, well done fellas. The Paul Rees episode is hilarious!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VInceTask
    Australia2 months ago
  • Word Up ⬆️

    Mark and David’s discussions are excellent company. They haven’t lost their passion for music, culture and music culture history and I find these podcasts are full of endless insights, ideas, and anecdotes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    colm_
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Extraordinary

    Gentle, informed, knowingly provocative sometimes - like being down the pub with two knowledgeable mates. The only podcast I have ever or probably will ever pay ready money for! Just listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dion wrote this
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Please give us a break with the ads

    I used to really enjoy this show but I find the incessant ads these days intolerable so have basically stopped listening. I think it’s a morbid symptom of letting Acast run your ads - they are not worried about alienating any given show’s audience by choking the content with relentless commercial breaks

    Shame

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    splinno
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    Excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BobBsing
    Singapore2 months ago

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The pair combine warmth with sharp opinions, making long listens feel like catching up with music-savvy friends.
Hosts are deeply knowledgeable and create engaging, discussion-rich episodes.
Ads can feel intrusive to some listeners, affecting the enjoyment of certain episodes.
Guests bring strong expertise and varied perspectives, keeping the conversations fresh.

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Matt Johnson & the unique story of The The plus George Michael and the sunbed
Q: What first drew you to a life in the music business, and how did your early experiences shape your approach to collaboration?
Johnson explains how a combination of family surroundings, early bands, and mentors steered him toward a flexible, collaborative approach rather than tight, fixed lineups, emphasizing learning from peers and keeping options open.
The Kinks’ chaotic ascent mapped out day-by-day is ‘a nirvana for any fan’
Q: What's the fascination with The Kinks, and why this day-by-day approach to their history?
Andrew Sandoval explains that The Kinks' uniqueness lies in Ray Davies's singular songwriting and the band's distinctive development, which required meticulous archival work to capture day-by-day moments that reveal both the music and the industry context surrounding those records.
There are only three Rock National Treasures – and we name them!
Q: What did you think of the results of the music quiz about magazine titles?
Keith Adsley humorously highlights how challenging it is to identify real magazines from imaginative titles.
There are only three Rock National Treasures – and we name them!
Q: Do you think Elton John really is part of it?
No, he tends to be tense and dull and doesn't quite resonate as a national treasure.
The Skids, Big Country and the unsettling story of Stuart Adamson
Q: Tell us about the impact of Adamson's upbringing on his life and career.
His upbringing in an abusive household likely contributed to the challenges he faced later in life, affecting his mental health and relationship with fame.

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What is Word In Your Ear about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two veteran music journalists host long-form conversations that thread through music history, archival discovery, and the cultural impact of artists and scenes. Across episodes, the show often digs into rock history, influential albums, and the dynamics of collaborations, with a mix of deep-dive guests, archival anecdotes, and thoughtful critique. It's likely to appeal to listeners who love music history, journalism, and long-form discussion, with a distinct charm from seasoned hosts who blend friendly banter with well-researched context. A standout feature is the emphasis on archival research, first-hand industry perspectives, and a recurring interest in the stories behind famous records and artists, making it a strong choice for fans of i... more

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2. Matt Johnson
3. Brian Cullman
4. Jonny Wren
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